Physics for Scientists and Engineers 10th Edition · Energy of a System · Problem 31.
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Serway & Jewett — Energy of a System: Problem 31.
A 4.00-kg particle moves from the origin to position Ⓒ, having coordinates $x = 5.00$ m and $y = 5.00$ m (Fig. P7.31). One force on the particle is the gravitational force acting in the negative $y$ direction. Using Equation 7.3, calculate the work done by the gravitational force on the particle as it goes from $O$ to Ⓒ along (a) the purple path, (b) the red path, and (c) the blue path. (d) Your results should all be identical. Why?
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Find: (a) the purple path; (b) the red path; (c) the blue path
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Physics for Scientists and Engineers · 10th Edition
Author: Serway & Jewett
Publisher: Cengage
Chapter: Energy of a System